Dear

This edition marks the start of the third year of our monthly updates and we hope that we continue to keep you up to date with what is happening on a monthly basis.  If there is anything you would like to see featured in this newsletter please contact the writer.

Easter Carnival is over and apart from the wet start on Derby Day it was a great carnival with wonderful racing.

Racing in May

Now that Carnival is over you may use your birthday cards for the following meetings.  Remember to book your birthday luncheon early by contacting Julie Harris on 9663 8517

Wednesday, 9 May - Warwick Farm

Saturday, 12 May - Royal Randwick

Wednesday 16 May - Royal Randwick

Saturday, 26 May - Royal Randwick

Subscriptions - Pay On-Line

Your 2007/8 Subscription will be posted to you shortly.  Paying on line is quick, easy and convenient, and you also have the opportunity to win some great prizes if you pay on line before 31 May.

When you receive your Subscription form just click here to proceed

Also enclosed will be your Melbourne Cup Booking form, even if you are not planning to go to Melbourne at this stage, please put this form in a safe place to avoid disappointment should you change your mind.

Hospitality News

Release of the AJC Spring & Melbourne Cup 2007 Packages

Yes, it is that time of year again.... We are pleased to advise the AJC hospitality packages for 2007 are now available for booking.

click here to view all dining options from shared dining to private corporate hospitality.

Don't miss out book NOW! contact: jharris@ajcconventioncentre.com.au

Members will receive two complimentary guest tickets on George Main Stakes Day, so bear this in mind when you are booking your hospitality packages.

Pre Carnival Events

This year saw a capacity crowd at our Early Morning Trackwork session and unveiling of the TJ Smith sculpture and Members' Easter Cocktail Party 

A number of members and their guests enjoyed luncheon and a preview of raceday wear at the David Jones Fashion Launch. 

Click here to view photos of some of these events and other Carnival events.

Young Members' Event

350 young members and their guests were not deterred by the weather and had a wonderful afternoon in a beautifully themed marquee.

The Millinery award was won by Minette Collins

Mens best dressed won by Angus Beattie

and the Ladies best dressed was won by Lara Gray who went on to win the David Jones Classic Wear prize in the Fashions On the Field, worth over $10,000.  Congratulations Lara and to all of our young members who looked fantastic.

We thank our sponsors Cointreau, The Hat Studio, Van Heusen and Percy Marks. 

PS  We are considering holding the next young members' event at Warragamba, that should guarantee the dam levels rising!

Start Planning

PROPOSED AJC INTERNATIONAL TOURS FOR MEMBERS AND THEIR GUESTS 2007/8

· December – Hong Kong – International Cup

· January/February – Dubai – Shopping and racing tour

· Mid 2008 – Argentina – with Topo Rodriguez

These tours are currently being planned with the Australian Jockey Club and Ambassador Travel for members and their guests and an AJC representative will accompany the members.

Further details will be forwarded to you when the tours have been finalised.

If you require any further information please contact Barbara Taylor, Membership Manager, AJC on 9663 8420.

Queensland Winter Carnival

As an Australian Jockey Club Member you may avail yourself of a complimentary ticket to the Queensland Turf Club Winter Carnival.  You may also purchase a guest ticket at a cost of $95 into the Members Bar, or $65 for the John Powell Stand.

You must pay course admission and the tickets may be collected at the QTC Secretary's office on the day of the racemeeting upon production of your AJC card and photo id.

Members' Guest Tickets

Members are reminded that when purchasing tickets, the guest name and suburb MUST be supplied. This is a requirement under  the Registered Clubs Act.  Members should also have their Id number readily available.